District of Columbia United States Representative (shadow)

2 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

Candidates

Ciprian Ivanof

Republican
No public record found yet to place this candidate.

Franklin Garcia

Democrat · Senior systems administrator (BAE Systems); producer of the DCTV show DCiReporter · $1,010 raised (state filings)
No public record found yet to place this candidate.

Printed on the ballot as "United States Representative". This is a District of Columbia office (often called shadow representative); the holder is not a member of the U.S. House. Not ranked-choice on this ballot (fewer than three candidates printed); vote for one.

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Quick answers

Who is running for District of Columbia United States Representative (shadow) in 2026?
Ciprian Ivanof (Republican) and Franklin Garcia (Democrat).
Who should I vote for in the District of Columbia United States Representative (shadow) race?
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When is the election?
The general election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Early voting and mail-ballot deadlines vary by state; check your state or county election office.

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